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A pattern of behavior that attacks a child's emotional development and sense of self worth. i.e. name-calling, put-downs, terrorization, isolation, humiliation, rejection, corruption, ignoring
Symptoms, or indications of abuse, vary greatly from child to child (or on an individual basis -- or in each individual case). Possibly only one, or a few, or none of these symptoms (or indicators) will be readily apparent in a child who IS being abused. Absence of any or all of these indicators does NOT mean that a child is NOT being abused. If you suspect there is a problem, do NOT try to diagnose or determine the extent of the problem on your own; please contact a professional immediately.
Physical Indicators
*Disclaimer* Remember these are just indicators and to do not validate that abuse has occurred. Check with a physician and mental health professional. Back to Table of Contents |
